Gavit High School - Futura Yearbook (Hammond, IN)

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Exemplifying the spirit of true determination, Chris Wantroba exerts an effort beyond a spectator ' s comprehension. 1974 CC schedule proves to be ' hairy ' for GHS Harriers Cross country ended an exasperating season ranking seventh in the conference with a record of one win and nine losses. Gavit ' s single win came against Whiting, when the Glads underscored the Oilers 15-40. Nine out of fifteen dedicated runners endured the season, as they averaged running about eight miles a day for three months. In one meet three Glads — Chris Wantroba, Steve Bechtel, and Dan Falk — were able to complete the 2 V -mile course under the 14-minute mark, an outstanding accomplishment for Gavit runners. Senior Steve Bechtel ' s first year in cross country was very rewarding, as he was named most valuable player. Co-captains Chris Wantroba and Bob Headrick, both three year veterans, gave experienced leadership to the team. nNHHHM Exerting strength, Bob Headrick fudges on. X-COUNTRY — FRONT ROW, FROM LEFT: John Saltanovitz, Tim Trtan, Bob Headrick, Steve Bechtel, Dan Falk. SECOND ROW: Mr. Woodward, Norm Headrick, Greg Nagel, Chris Wantroba, Kevin Wheeler. Sports 27

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B-TEAM WRESTLERS — FIRST ROW FROM LEFT: B. Fatheree, P. Gorney, G. Novak, T. Thegze, S. Plewecki, V. Dunlap. SECOND ROW: Coach Ben Life, J. Fullgraf, M. Van Buskirk, H.J. Freels, A. Gavrilos, R. Stevens, L. Jones, G. Beverly, F. Gavrilos. Attempting a quick pin, Bill Fatherlee lays down hard on his opponent. B-team pins hold of a winning season Grin dominates the face of Glen Beverly following the pin of a Morton grappler. Cavit ' s 11 B-team wrestlers had a good season of six wins and two losses, in spite of their need to forfeit two out of 13 weight classes in each meet. They earned second place in the sectional tournament, as they were coached by Mr. Ben Life. Winning all but one of his 105 pound matches, fresh- man Mike Van Buskirk was an outstanding B-team wres- tler. 26 Sports

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Spikers net their way to state. Miss Margaret Kelly coached the 1974 varsity volley- ball team to a 24-2 overall record and their second regionals championship in two years to give them a chance for the state championship. During the regular season, Gavit lost only to Concord. The Lady Glads were undefeated in the Hammond sectional and Valparaiso regional tourna- ments to advance them to the third State Girls Volleyball Tournament at Indianapolis Ben Davis on November 23. Nearly repeating the performance of their 1972 volleyball team, Gavit ' s only other team to compete down state, the Glads lost to a South Bend team (Riley) in the first round of play. Gavit ' s B-team, who earned a 13-7 record, will supply many valuable players for n ext year ' s varsity. VARSITY V.B. — TOP ROW: K. Solon. 2nd ROW: W. Carle, P. Dorsey, S. Pomplin. 3rd ROW: P. Biancardi, K. Thomas, P. Paquette, H. Miller, M. Johnson. B-TEAM V.B. — BOTTOM ROW FROM FRONT: S. Clark, K. Miklusak, D. Pazdur, P. Smaron, M. Ferris. 2nd ROW: Ms. Kelly, M. Cordero, L. Meier, D. Mardis, S. Boyer, C. Sibert. 3rd ROW: P. Linnemeier, M. Kikalos, G. Smith, B. Sako, L. Myzsak, D. Irby. Holly Miller thwarts opponents spike as Jeri Hoffman backs up play. Sports 28